Assistant or Associate Professor of Cellular Biology
(Cell Biology Education)
The Department of Cellular Biology at the University of Georgia invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor in Cell Biology Education, beginning August 1, 2022. The successful candidate will teach an upper-level undergraduate cell biology course and conduct externally-funded research in biology education. The candidate will benefit from interactions with several tenured faculty in the Division of Biological Sciences whose research area is biology education.
Qualifications:
All candidates must have a Ph.D. degree (or equivalent) in cell biology, molecular biology, or a related field, and should have at least one year of postdoctoral experience in education research, basic science, or teaching. All candidates should have strong disciplinary content knowledge in cell biology along with expertise in and commitment to cell biology education. Preference will be given to applicants that have at least one semester of teaching experience at the undergraduate level and who have published their biology education research. Candidates at the Associate Professor level must have a national reputation in the field and an externally-funded biology education research program.
Application:
Candidates must submit application materials electronically at https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/235197. Application materials include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a 2-3 page statement of biology education research plans, and a teaching portfolio of up to 10 pages including, but not limited to, (1) evidence of effective instruction, (2) a statement of the candidate’s qualifications to teach upper-level undergraduate cell biology, and (3) a statement of the candidate’s experience with and/or commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The portfolio may also include example teaching materials such as a syllabus or an assessment. Applicants should also upload a list with contact information for 3 references as a supporting document at UGAJobs and arrange for the direct submission of 3 letters of recommendation to stantonj@uga.edu.
Correspondence should be addressed to the search committee chair, Dr. Julie Stanton (stantonj@uga.edu). Applications received by February 18th will receive full consideration, but review will continue until the position is filled.
The Franklin College of Arts and Sciences, its many units, and the University of Georgia are committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty and students and to creating a work and learning environment that is inclusive. Women, people from historically excluded groups, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
